1952 Austin Princess vs. 1993 Citroen Rally Raid
To start off, 1993 Citroen Rally Raid is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Austin Princess. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Austin Princess would be higher. At 3,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1952 Austin Princess is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Citroen Rally Raid (296 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 172 more horse power than 1952 Austin Princess. (124 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Citroen Rally Raid should accelerate faster than 1952 Austin Princess. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1952 Austin Princess weights approximately 506 kg more than 1993 Citroen Rally Raid.
Let's talk about torque, 1993 Citroen Rally Raid (590 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 303 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Austin Princess. (287 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1993 Citroen Rally Raid will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Austin Princess.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Austin Princess | 1993 Citroen Rally Raid | |
| Make | Austin | Citroen |
| Model | Princess | Rally Raid |
| Year Released | 1952 | 1993 |
| Engine Size | 3993 cc | 2499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 287 Nm | 590 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1956 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 3000 mm |
